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We have tested 55 printers and we are going to present the results of our testing to you, so that you can choose the right printer with cheapest ink that suits you the best and which falls in your price range. Choosing the printer with cheapest ink takes a lot of time and consideration, so that is why we have narrowed down the selection for you, from the best to the cheapest, and the only thing that you have to do is to select the one that suits you the most.
I know, one shall not discuss about beauty, but some things are so obvious that most agree upon it. Beside all the tech and mechanic freaks out there, I am not that kind of car expert. I have a huge design background and I worked in my career for Porsche and Audi. This list is not about cars which will start their production in 2015, it is about all cars available as new on the market. All the cars you will see here are in red, because red is THE attraction color and our eyes are equipped with the double amount of “sensors” for red than for any other color, so the lines on a car are easier to notice. Mirror, mirror on the wall, who is the prettiest of them all?
Although this car is since 2007 on the market, it is still being produced and it looks wonderful. The simplicity of the design took over the interior and the driving feeling. With almost 550PS this muscle car is catapulting you in 2,7s to 60mph/100kmh. The back of the GT-R is traditional and remembers on the Skyline, but still it is beautiful:
Nissan could design the front to look more aggressive in the mirror, if you see it behind you, but still a masterpiece of design.
The interior is quite simple and beside the F1 gear switches behind the wheel, nothing much impressive – Japanese it is.
BMW i8 photos made a journey around the World in its main BMW color – blue, notice that there is no red color to choose for this car. This innovative design with those new LED lights will change the appearance of the BMWs for all times.
The stop lights are something we have seen in a few concept cars, but BMW is the first to produce such stop lights with free space between the upper and bottom part.
Inside the i8 not much changed to other BMWs, but its standard equipment is quite impressive. After Tesla introduced the remote climate control, BMW updated their software, so i8 is among the first BMWs which can be cooled or heated remotely with a mobile app.
It was a hard choice between the A7 and the A5 because they both look stunning, but in the end the A5 looks more refined. Audi has created such clear lines with this model and the revolution inside Audi could start. That design also sells, beside being so attractive. The taillights look even more impressive on a white model.
The “Sportsback” version of the A5 is our choice, because it almost look like a coupe, this model has four doors and the decent back spoiler gives the car such a sporty touch. I adore it! With such a decent element to get so much out of it, couldn’t be rewarded otherwise. The third place is well deserved!
Audi didn’t change the interior for years. They always make small changes which are not noticeable for the mainstream driver. Well I don’t doubt that this design isn’t functional, but it isn’t pretty. They should at least change the funny steering wheel and think “out of the circle” …
This car changed the whole car industry last year and Tesla Motors will for sure change the future driving experience with their cars, but I can’t hide my impression that this wouldn’t be possible in that manner if this Model S wasn’t so beautiful! I think the Tesla Roadster failed because of its look and not because it was lacking some technical features. I hope that they will stick to the concept of the Model S, although Elon Musk announced that their new car will be a family car, not a sporty car.
Tesla Model S first introduced the “hidden” doorknobs. The use of chromed elements is decent and is fully aligned with the aluminum rims. Tesla has chosen red for their brand color and they don’t regret it. Model S has became the most sold car in many countries, where Norway (because of the weather conditions) isn’t a surprise at all.
Its back look like a DB9 or a Jaguar. Stop! Think a second about it … You agree upon that? That is a HUGE achievement! To create a car which has that kind of style is more than good work!
But Tesla didn’t just innovate the electric car with a high range with top speeds, they also got the balls to put that large touch screen in the center of the interior and that neat main display in high resolution and full color. It grabs your attention, so you even don’t notice some quite bad designed elements like the gear changer. They also have a driver centered design, so you feel more like a king when driving this beauty.
Mercedes has one almost every car design award in 2014 for which I know. In different categories, the C Class stood out, the new S Coupe made a breakthrough and even the AMG version of the B Class got the attention of some design judges, but they completely left the CLA out, because they couldn’t categories it. It looks like an sportscar like the CLS, but its price is in the midsize cars range. Even its performance is sometimes compared to the new BMW 4 and sometimes to the BMW 2. One is clear – this car is unusual! The main achievement from my perspective is that this car is THE eyecatcher, because it is unusual! Not to forget to achievement of low production costs due to the respect it gets, like being mixed up with the CLS.
What stands out at this car is that the most inexpensive package called “Urban” looks most impressive. For the first time, the AMG line version isn’t prettier than the standard package. Like the A5 and the i8, design elements introduced with this car changed the next generation models of Mercedes. If you see this car front in the mirror of your car, you will be scared and impressed at the same time!
But the most impressive part of this car isn’t the front, it’s this sexy back with taillights which fit PERFECT to its whole design. I haven’t seen for a long time such a car which gives you the feeling that it isn’t made up from different parts, it feels like unity! The exhaust fits in every variation and gives you just a preview of what this car is capable of.
A perfect design exterior deserves nothing but a perfect interior. Combining leather and a color of your choice the interior feels so luxury … it is a dream! The climatronic system blows out of the stars and the F1 gear changing pedals behind the steering wheel give you a special and unusual feeling while driving it. So if you want to be unique, different and unusual and your main aspect when buying a car is beauty, then there is no way beside buying the CLA.
There are many reasons why people buy a specific car – reliability, acceleration, comfort … but many look out for a car to get attention. From country to country and from society to society it varies which car is able to get other people attention, but don’t fall into that black whole! Buy a car which you like to see and which gives you that same nice feeling when you see a beautiful women, because that leaks endorphin (hormones of luck) and you feel good wherever you drive. Don’t live the life others want you to live, live your own dreams!
Long time ago in a galaxy far, far away there was a man. This man had a vision to create a movie set in outer space. Little did he know that he would forever change the lives of millions of people. Spinning around a star somewhere in Milky Way was the planet Earth, a home to this man. Home also to other five plus billion, at the time, large primates who understood what a movie was. The man, the planet and the primates did not know how this movie would influence them, but it did.
On the serious note, there is not a single human on the planet that has not heard of the Star Wars movie franchise. The first movie was conceived and made at the height of space-craze during the 1970s, the decade after mankind had set foot on the moon. This movie made an astonishing impact on the popular culture, as almost every woman, man and child went to see this movie. It spanned two sequels, three prequels, numerous spin-offs and fan fiction, both endorsed and not by Lucasfilm, novels, video games, comics, toys and what not. Taking that into consideration, saying that Star Wars franchise is a popular culture phenomenon would be an understatement. The movie has also spanned numerous characters, some adored, some hated by the fans. Characters like Luke Skywalker, Leia Origana, Han Solo, Darth Vader, Obi Wan Kenobi, C-3PO and R2D2 are just some of the large cast of characters which appeared in movies.
Star Wars fans are one of the most devoted groups in the world. Whenever there is a screening of old movies, or new, they dress up as their favorite characters and go to watch it. Every kind of toy, gadget, everything related to their beloved franchise has to be in their possession. They have gone so far as to create their own religion, named Jediism and based on the philosophy of the Jedi Order featured in the movies.
The character of R2D2 is a particularly favored character. It is a droid that is not capable of a human, or should we say galactic, language communication. Instead it communicates in a form of screeches and beeps. It was first in the property of Anakin Skywalker, a Jedi who later converted to the dark side of the Force and took the moniker of Darth Vader, and then later came in possession of Leia Origana, Anakin’s daughter, through her mother Padme Amidala. The droid later ends up with Luke Skywalker, Leia’s twin brother. We hope that this did not confuse you, but truth be told, if you are a fan you are already in possession of this information. If you are not a fan, well, what are you doing here? R2D2 memorabilia is one of the most popular in the Star Wars franchise. So today we have come up with two articles related to R2D2 to present to you: the tank top and a real-life replica that moves around and beeps. Whether you want to buy these products for yourself, or to buy them as a gift for someone who adores Star Wars, you are in the right place.
Let us first start off with a sexy product related to R2D2. Artoo-Deetoo is known as a smart and helpful but he is never taken seriously. The poor fellow is always considered a comic relief, even though he has gotten the main heroes out of some serious pickle on numerous occasions. Who stopped the trash compressor from flattening Han Solo, Luke, Leia and Chewie on the Death Star? Our little blue and white droid of course. If you feel treated the same way as our little robot then this is the perfect tank top for you. Or maybe you just adore R2D2, or you know a female human that does. This comfy piece of clothing Halloween is around the corner, so why not dress as your favorite droid? It is not really a costume, but with certain additions it could definitely pass as a part of one.
This tank top could be worn as a shirt or a short skirt; it depends on your body measurements and the size you purchase it in really. R2D2 tank top is a tank top (yeah, we used that word formation on purpose) that is covered with graphics representing the body of our beloved little droid. Legs and head are not included in this design. That is why with small modifications it could be a perfect Halloween costume, or just a shirt that you, or your friend could wear with pride. Since it is designed for the female part of Star Wars fandom, or should we say geekdom, it does not detract from the serious note. You can basically wear this shirt anywhere without being called geeky and dorky, just because of the sleek and appropriate design. Heck, most people will not recognize the graphics as belonging to our little beepy friend until you tell them. Or until you start walking around beeping and screeching. We will not judge you for that, because that is what our colleague did when she wore the shirt.
But we cannot guarantee that people will not look at you as if you have gone crazy. You have been warned. So, this tank top with R2D2 graphics could be considered a fashion statement, or maybe a piece of clothing that will reflect the admiration towards the franchise. Whatever you are going to use it for, or the person you will give it to will use it for, you cannot deny that this piece of clothing for women is a good bargain for the price. R2D2 women tank top is a perfect gift for yourself or for a friend, maybe as a fashion statement or part of a Halloween costume, and it is definitely one of the cutest Star Wars memorabilia which will make every Star Wars female fan happy if she obtains the possession of this item. Just, please, restrain from beeping in your office while wearing it.
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So, ever dreamed of owning the adventurous Artoo Deetoo droid? We have, and you could not wipe the joy from our faces when we got this product. It is the real deal: a living, breathing (put that in quota marks) 13.2 x 13.2 x 17.8 inches R2D2 droid made by Hasbro. Here is a little bit of history on R2D2 before we describe this replica in detail for you. According to the movie lore, our little Artoo is an astromech droid in the R2 series, created by Industrial Automaton. Over the course of years, this droid has developed an adventurous personality. The droid comes with many resourceful tools which are used for numerous things, such as slicing computers, extinguishing fires, repairing starships and what not. It moves on three legs supported by wheels. Now that we have gotten that out of the way, let us present to you this replica.
The only statement that we can make, so as to present to you this product is the following: it is a geeky dream of every child/teenager who adores Star Wars. Period. Once you pop in four AA and four D batteries, this little fellow comes to life and starts beeping and screeching all over the place. It will move on its own accord, and the movement replicates the one from the movie in detail. This little droid is capable of executing over forty voice commands, and the way to grab his attention is to simply say the two magic words: “Hey Artoo”. You can ask him about various Star Wars characters and he will respond in accordance to his relationship towards them. If you want him to screech in terror and start moving backwards, you just ask him about Darth Vader.
We won’t lie to you, we had countless hours of fun with this little replica in our office. One of our co-workers booped the little robot on the head, and the response that he got was hilarious. The little Artoo made an irritated voice and moved away from that person. Our little Artoo boasts of numerous features, including a secret cargo compartment, where you can hide things such as your lightsaber, or an extra sandwich, a utility arm for holding beverages, removable sensor scope, light beam, droid mood–status indicator and many more. Some of the commands that will initiate certain modes of this little fellow include “Go on patrol”, “Light Beam” and “Play Message”. If you send R2D2 on a patrol he will go on a patrol with his sonar navigation equipment and infrared location sensor and report back to you. We do not guarantee that you will understand him. Most of the times he will report back about your cat being present there.
Now, when you initiate the game mode, this little astromech droid starts responding to more complicated voice commands. He can act as a sentry to protect your things. Trust us, with the ruckus that he makes when someone or something approaches the guarding stuff will alert you even if you are far away from the spot. Another command makes him dance to the famous cantina music, which is an excellent and very fun little dance that will make you smile for hours afterwards. You can even play light tag with the little or make him spin around. There is also a command that lets you give Artoo directions as to where to move, or make him execute pre-programmed directions.
There is a small catch here, as when you enter the more complex modes, your commands might not be recognized by the little fellow at certain instances. But that is natural, as Siri will also misunderstand you, as will any apparatus, no matter how advanced it is, with voice recognition. The voice recognition hardware/software has not reached that point where it can be perfect. But you do not need to worry, as every simple command will be executed immediately without delay.
R2D2 interactive replica has grown to our hearts in a very small period of time. It is up and about our office as I write this. We all play with it, even though we are all adults. In a nutshell, this little droid is a perfect representation of the movie character we all love. With the features that it has, this would be a perfect gift for your child, or for anyone who loves Star Wars. If you buy this for your child, be convinced that the whole family will enjoy playing around with this droid. Star Wars fans and collectors will definitely want to have this amazing little droid in their personal collections. Our little Artoo is definitely worth every penny you pay for it and it is an amazing piece of robotic engineering. Well, not that amazing, there are things out there which surpass it, but for us, the Star Wars fans, it is the best modern robot ever. Period. Every time you are feeling down, this astromech droid can cheer you up. It really is priceless and a definite purchase for Star Wars fans. Just do not scare or irritate the poor fellow too much, because that would be considered droid cruelty you know. You would have to answer to the intergalactic robot labor union for that.
Conclusion
There are a lot of products out there related to Star Wars franchise, and Artoo himself. Here we have presented to you the tank top with the graphics and an interactive replica of the famous and adorable little droid. These could be perfect gifts for Star Wars fans and geeks alike. Whether you buy them for yourself or for someone else, it does not matter, as these products will definitely put a smile on the face of anyone who receives them. The tank top is perfect as a fashion statement, or even a piece of a Halloween costume. The R2D2 replica on the other hand is a perfect companion that will cheer you up and remind you of our little Artoo whenever you turn it on. You just pick up the one that you want and you are good to go. And, remember that the Force is always with you. Or in the words of Artoo: “Beep-boop-bip-beep-beep”.
Considering the fact that almost all the people have several devices that connect to the internet in one house or apartment, it has become a norm to have a wireless router that will allow the household members to use smartphones, tablets, laptops and any other Wi-Fi device in a convenient wireless network. However, people who have larger houses or apartments, and even thicker walls that separate rooms, might be having some difficulties with having a good Wi-Fi reach and a clear signal in all the corners of the house. If you want wireless, you will want it everywhere you sit down in the house and that is logical because you have a wireless router. However, not even the most high end routers will be able to give out a perfectly clear signal in every nook and cranny of your home, no matter how good the range is.
There are other limitations that may impede with the signal, and even if the range is the primary issue, you will need to consider either purchasing a Wi-Fi signal booster or extender, or decide to use the internet in one small space where the signal is perfect. Of course, the other option is not so appealing. A simple solution is, as mentioned, a Wi-Fi booster, also known as a Wi-Fi enhancer or a Wi-Fi repeater. The way these devices work is that they connect to your wireless network, and then repeat your signal, which in turn expands your signal range considerably. This is practical in the sense that you won’t have any problems with your Wi-Fi signal reach and strength.
We have gotten our hands on 15 different Wi-Fi enhancers and tested by means of testing out the signal strength and reach, and also by using them in different settings – our homes and our office. Now, you have to keep one thing in mind and that is that there are not too many manufacturers that produce Wi-Fi repeaters, and the ones that do usually have only one or two models. This literally means that we have tested devices produced by many different manufacturing companies, and basically felt the difference between one manufacturer and the other. We have narrowed the selection down to 4 Wi-Fi enhancers/boosters in order to enable you to make an informed decision. However, keep in mind that you need to think about several things before deciding on buying a certain wireless enhancer.
Some features to look for in a Wi-Fi enhancer:
Hawking Technology Dual Radio Smart Repeater is the best Wi-Fi range booster we have tested and is preferred by people who want to extend their signal reach considerably. Hawking Technology Dual Radio Smart Repeater offers the most in that respect, and it is enough to set this device at the edge of your router’s signal, and let it do its magic. Hawking will boost your signal’s range and you will probably be happy with your range as you will be able to connect to your internet from quite a distance.
PROS:
One reason why Hawking Technology Dual Radio Smart Repeater is so impressive is because it extends the signal range of your router for another 450 feet, which is quite a feat. No pun intended. It is easy to set up, and all you need to do is to place it at the edge of your router’s signal, set it up, and then the Hawking Technology Dual Radio Smart Repeater will do its magic by making your signal taunt not only your first neighbor, but probably the entire building. It has three antennas, one for receiving your router’s signal and the other two to send it out throughout your house, office or property. It also has 5 Ethernet ports, and its wireless data range is up to 300Mbps. Hawking Technology Dual Radio Smart Repeater is an excellent choice of a wireless repeater which will eliminate all your wireless dead spots.
CONS:
The only reason why Hawking Technology Dual Radio Smart Repeater may not seem like a good option for some is because it is a bit pricey when it comes to wireless repeaters. However, it is only logical that it will be more expensive than other Wi-Fi enhancers simply because it is considerably better.
To conclude, when it comes to the Hawking Technology Dual Radio Smart Repeater, the device passed our testing stages with flying colors because of the signal range extension, and the clarity and strength of the repeated signal. It eliminated all dead connection spots, and also our doubts whether we should give it our seal of the “best product” among the rest of these devices.
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Amped Wireless High Power Wireless-300N Smart Access Point is our bestbuy choice because it is only slightly inferior to the Hawking Technology Repeater and its costs proportionately less, which makes it a fair offer. This is especially the case if you do not really feel the need to extend your Wi-Fi range for the additional 450 feet that the Hawking Technology Repeater will do. Amped Wireless High Power Wireless-300N Smart Access Point is still an excellent repeater that does its job perfectly and you will be very satisfied with it.
PROS:
Amped Wireless High Power Wireless-300N Smart Access Point will extend your wireless range for the additional 300 feet and thus improve your Wi-Fi signal considerably. 300 feet is the norm and it makes for about 5000 square feet, which should be more than enough to cover all the grounds you need covered and eliminate all dead spots. Amped Wireless High Power Wireless-300N Smart Access Point has 4 Ethernet ports with Power-over-Ethernet technology. It is very easy to set up and use as it does not need set up at all – Amped Wireless High Power Wireless-300N Smart Access Point is basically a plug and play device requiring minimal tampering on your side.
CONS:
The most obvious negative would be the fact that it has 4 PoE ports, but no Ethernet cable included. It is a bit less reliable than the Hawking Technology Repeater, but then again it cost less so it pretty much evens out.
To summarize, there is not much bad to be said about the Amped Wireless High Power Wireless-300N Smart Access Point. It does its job of extending your wireless reach considerably, eliminating the Wi-Fi dead spots and has the neat 4 PoE ports to spice up the offer. It also costs about 30 bucks less than Hawking Technology Repeater HW2R1.
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Securifi Almond Touchscreen Wireless Router / Range Extender is the bestseller on this list, as it has been bought and used by many satisfied customers. This device has two functionalities, as it can be used as your primary wireless router and as a range extender that will boost the wireless signal from another router. Securifi Almond Touchscreen also has, as the name suggests, a touchscreen interface that excludes the need of accessing this device via your operative system or the use of setup installation disk. Although it does not feature some of the things mentioned for our best and bestbuy choice, this device is still an excellent product. Securifi Almond Touchscreen Wireless Router / Range Extender
PROS:
The biggest pro for this product would be the touchscreen interface feature, which is accessible by just a touch of your hand and allows you to easily set up the device. Securifi Almond Touchscreen can also act as your primary wireless router and, if you have a standard wireless router, it can boost the signal for up to 300 feet. It is compatible with almost any kind of device, and the great thing about this product is that it can include your older Ethernet-only based devices to a wireless network, enabling you to expand it even further. The ease of setup and automatic compatibility of Securifi Almond Touchscreen make it a firm crow favorite and steps up on a whole another level when it comes to wireless range extenders. Securifi Almond Touchscreen Wireless Router / Range Extender
CONS:
There are two disadvantage points of Securifi Almond Touchscreen compared to Amped Wireless High Power Wireless-300N Smart Access Point and Hawking Technology Dual Radio Smart Repeater. The first one would be the range of 300 feet, which is lower than in the Hawking Technology Dual Radio Smart Repeater. The second one would be that it does not include the 4 PoE ports that the Amped Wireless High Power Wireless-300N Smart Access point has, nor has it got the number of connections that are available on this device.
To sum it all up, Securifi Almond Touchscreen Wireless Router / Range Extender is a great device that comes with handy features. Considering that it is in the price range of the bestbuy product it is definitely worth the money, as it features the ability to improve your wireless signal and it comes with a touchscreen that will make your life easier when setting this device up, and with so many people jumping on the Securifi Almond Touchscreen bandwagon, it is a definite bestseller product.
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Zyxel Universal Repeater is the cheapest repeater at 48 $ and is pretty good which is exactly why it made our top 4. It is not inferior to the repeaters we have listed above, but it does not have the additional features that these offer which is most likely the sole reason for the reduced price. Zyxel is an excellent router and wireless router manufacturer, and it does not disappoint with the Zyxel Universal Repeater either.
PROS:
The first obvious reason why you would buy the Zyxel Universal Repeater is its price which is considerably lower than the price of most other repeaters and range enhancers. It extends your Wi-Fi range for 300 feet, and that is more than enough for most. It has two 5 dBi antennas which make the signal more stable for data transmission, and its data range is 300 Mbps. The Zyxel Universal Repeater is pretty easy to set up too.
CONS:
You may not decide to buy the Zyxel Universal Repeater because of its lack of some additional features the other repeaters offer such as advanced settings, touchscreen, PoE, and so on. Some of the most common complaints about the product include people having issues with the setup, which contradicts our experience as we have found the setup to be a breeze. Regardless of this, people who are generally satisfied with Zyxel will probably trust the company because of its stellar reputation and excellent customer support.
To summarize, Zyxel Universal Repeater is a bit inferior to the rest of the enhancers we reviewed here, but it is also considerably cheaper and is perhaps the only repeater on this list we can freely claim is inexpensive.
Conclusion
Improving your Wi-Fi range is not as hard as it may seem, but you will have to buy a good signal repeater, which is a device known by many names except for that one: a Wi-Fi enhancer, Wi-Fi Booster, Wi-Fi extender etc. The basic principle under which these handy devices operate is that they connect to your pre-existing wireless network and repeat the signal, enhancing it and sending it further. The best way to enhance your signal would be to set the repeater at the very edge of your existing signal, and the repeater will then extend your range and cover all the dead signal spots. That said, our review has been narrowed down to only the top 4, and the crown went to the Hawking Technologies Repeater which has the best range out of all the repeaters we tested.
A little cheaper option was the Amped Wireless High Power Wireless-300N Smart Access Point, which extends the signal for 300 feet and has 4 PoE ports, which is a major selling point. However, the Hawking Technologies is still better because its range is 450 feet, and it has 5 Ethernet ports. The last two on the list were our bestseller, the Securifi Almond which has a 300 feet range as well, but also a cool touchscreen display and controls system that is pretty neat. Zyxel was the cheapest choice, but even this repeater is pretty reliable and people who have Zyxel routers will probably trust this manufacturer to buy their repeater, even if it is slightly inferior.
Cleaning gold jewelry is necessary from time to time. On jewelry, just like on all other things, dirt accumulates and you have to clean it. There are two options for that – to take it to jewelry store and jeweler will take care of it, or you can clean it at your home. There are many ways of cleaning gold jewelry at home. Lukewarm water and a teaspoon of dishwasher detergent will in most cases be sufficient to clean your jewelry.
Leave your jewelry to stand for a while, and then gently rub it with old toothbrush and rinse it with clean water. Golden ring you can clean if you plunge it into alcohol and gently brush it. Before you begin with cleaning your jewelry, it is necessary to know the material of which it is made. Gold and silver are not cleaned in the same way, as well as precious stones and zircons. Also, it is important that you first remove all the dirt and dust from the jewelry. You can do that with dry soft cloth made from cotton or flannel. After that you can proceed with the chosen method of cleaning your jewelry.
Main features of cleaning jewelry machine:
– Cleans jewelry and other household items
– Very fast and simple cleaning
– You will save money and time.
But what to do when you have a lot of jewelry and you don’t have time to clean it all individually with a toothbrush and cloth? There are special ultrasonic cleaning jewelry machines which are used I jewelry stores and which you can use in your home too. They are very easy to use and they can be used for cleaning various kinds of jewelry and other household items. We have tested around 20 of these machines and we must say that we were impressed with the results. In only few minutes all the job is done.
You don’t have to waste your time on brushing your jewelry or spending your money on jeweler. You can do it all by yourself in your home. This machine consists of a tank which you fill with tap water and let the machine do the rest. Cleaning jewelry has never been easier and more efficient. And the best thing about these machines is that they clean various items. You can clean your silver and gold jewelry, you watches, small machine parts and similar things. You will save money and time if you buy one of these cleaning jewelry units.
Are you tired of looking at your jewelry which lost its color and shine, and all those homemade recipes that don’t work so well. Then you should give a try with the special units made precisely for cleaning your jewelry and other household items. As the best cleaning gold jewelry machine we have chosen the Black Hills Gold Source Model 890. With this cleaning machine your jewelry and gemstones will be polished and they will look like when you bought them for the first time.
With this unit you will be able to clean all of your gold and silver jewelry, dentures, scissors, watches, eyeglasses, razors and other items. You just have to fill the tank with water, put in it the items you want to clean, set the timer and let the machine do the rest. There is no need to add any chemicals, solvents or detergents. But if your jewelry is heavily tarnished then you can add a bit of detergent. Another great feature of this product is the timer. Usually these machines can set up the timer only for 4-5 minutes. But with the Black Hills Gold Source Model 890 you can set your timer up to 30 minutes. This unit will clean your jewelry guaranteed and you will be impressed how shiny and clean it will look after using this ultimate cleaning machine.
You should pay attention on one thing. It gets really hot when you use it, so it is advisable to take a break between sessions. When it is done with the first round, leave the unit to cool down and then proceed. This is a safe way of cleaning your jewelry and this model provides amazing results.
If you are looking for a new way of cleaning jewelry and other household items, then you should definitely buy the Black Hills Gold Source Model 890. It is a perfect little device that does an amazing job. Give it a try!
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As the best buy cleaning gold jewelry machine we have chosen the Ivation IVUC96W since it has a reasonable price and good features. It works on the same principle as the previous model, the Black Hills Gold Source Model 890. There is a tank which you fill with tap water, put in it your jewelry and other desired items, set the timer and wait for the upcoming results. Your jewelry will be clean and shiny in a short time. You don’t have to go to jewelry store anymore and pay a lot of money for cleaning your precious gemstones and other jewelry pieces. With the Ivation IVUC96W you can do all of that from the comfort of your home. You will save money and time.
It can clean all your jewelry, watches, eyeglasses, contacts, lenses, filters, shaver heads and even baby bottle nipples, CD’s and DVD’s. You get to choose from 5 different cleaning time periods. The timer can be set up from 90 seconds up to 8 minutes, depending on how dirty your jewelry is. Cleaning tank is rather large and suitable for most cleaning items.
In comparison to the best cleaning gold jewelry machine, the Black Hills Gold Source Model 890, this unit has smaller time setting. The previous one you can set up to 30 minutes, and this one only up to 8 minutes. You can add up a bit of soap, detergent or specially made solutions for jewelry cleaning, if you have heavily tarnished pieces.
With this product you will be able to clean all of your jewelry and other household items in short period of time. Everything will look shiny and sparkly. And all of this you can do from the comfort of your home. Stop wasting time and money on expensive jewelers.
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Bestseller is a product that most people buy and find it great. Best price, features, design and quality combined make a bestseller product. We have chosen the DB-Tech Digital Ultrasonic Jewelry Cleaner as the bestseller product because it has all of the above mentioned characteristics. Your jewelry will be clean and shiny. Fill the tank with water, put your jewelry and other desired items, add a bit of washing soap for better results, set the timer and let the unit do its job. It is very easy to use and time settings allow you to set up the timer from 90 seconds up to 8 minutes.
This unit does a great job, and with it you van clean your jewelry, watches, lenses, photo lenses, shaver heads, retainers, ornaments and other household items. It is a unit which you can use for various items and the results will be great. We put some old coins in it, but we didn’t get the desired results. So, we put a bit of detergent in the tank and the results were amazing.
The difference between the DB-Tech Digital Ultrasonic Jewelry Cleaner and the best product, the Black Hills Gold Source Model 890 is in the timer. This unit allows you to set time up to 8 minutes, and the best one allows you to set the time up to 30 minutes. Another difference is that with this unit you have to use some kind of chemical, not in large amounts although. With the best product there is no need for that. It cleans perfectly without soap or some other chemical.
The DB-Tech Digital Ultrasonic Jewelry Cleaner is a fine unit that will clean all of your jewelry. But if you are able to add a few more bucks, then you should buy the Black Hills Gold Source Model 890, since it has a bit better quality and features.
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As the cheapest cleaning gold jewelry machine we have chosen the Sonic Wave CD-2800. It is very cheap and it will not let you down despite the price. Your jewelry will look shiny and clean. Cleaning cycle lasts for three minutes and it is automatic. Fill the tank with water and put your jewelry in it. It is recommended to add a bit of dish washing soap for the better effect. Besides cleaning your jewelry, it is great for cleaning dentures and partials.
Considering the fact that this is very cheap product it still shows some solid results. But if you are able to add some more money, it is better to buy the best buy product, the Ivation IVUC96W. First of all the time settings on the Sonic Wave CD-2800 is automatic and you can’t change it. It lasts for three minutes. With the Ivaton IVUC96W you can set up the timer from 90 seconds up to 80 minutes. It is much stronger and provides better results.
We put eyeglasses into the Sonic Wave CD-2800, cleaning gold jewelry machine, and we weren’t completely satisfied with the result. There were some smudges on the glasses which the unit didn’t remove. Another thing we noticed is that it doesn’t give the best results when you just put your jewelry in plain water. It is necessary to add a bit of dish washing soap or ammonia. It needs a chemical boost for better effectiveness.
If you are low on budget and you need the cheapest cleaning gold jewelry machine, then this unit is for you. But if you are able to add few more bucks, we advise you to buy the best buy product, the Ivation IVUC96W and you will be completely satisfied. It is a great cleaning unit which will bring shine and sparkle to your valuables.
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CONCLUSION
In summary, if you are looking for the best cleaning gold jewelry machine that has the best features, then you should go with the Black Hills Gold Source Model 890, which will never let you down. If you are looking for the best buy product, then you should buy the Ivation IVUC96W, because it has good features and reasonable price. If you are looking for the product that most people buy and find it great, then you should buy the bestseller cleaning gold jewelry machine, the DB-Tech Digital Ultrasonic Jewelry Cleaner. And if you are looking for the cheapest one, then the Sonic Wave CD-2800 is perfect for you.
Your jewelry will look nicer if it is clean. If you are tired of using various homemade recipes for cleaning your jewelry and the effect doesn’t last too long, or you don’t want to waste any more money on the jeweler every time you visit him, then you should definitely get one of these cleaning jewelry machines which are perfect for your home. With one of these units you will be able to clean not just your jewelry, but other household items like watches, eyeglasses, CD’s, lenses, shaver heads and many more. And all of this you can do in your home, since these units are very compact and very easy to use. There is no more need to go to professionals when you can do it all by yourself.
Here are few tips for the long term care and beauty of your gold jewelry:
With the development of sound reproduction industry came the development of various types of microphones. The type of microphone depends entirely on the use and purpose of the same. Microphones are mainly split into two categories: omni-directional and unidirectional. As the name suggests, omni-directional microphones can pick up sounds equally, to an extent, from all directions. It does not matter from which direction, from the front, rear or sides, the sound is produced, omni-directional microphone will pick it up. Unidirectional microphones only register sound from one direction, hence the prefix uni, meaning one. When it comes to unidirectional microphones, cardioid microphones are perhaps the most popular.
These microphones are named cardioid because of the pattern of their sensitivity, which reproduced on an axis looks like a heart. Cardioid microphones have such range that their best place to pick up sound is when it comes from the front, i.e. when a speaker is speaking directly into the microphone, while the sound from the sides is registered a bit lower, with the sound from behind being picked up in small quantities or not at all. That is why cardioid microphones are best used for live performances, such as concerts, public presentations and in all other situations that require a vocal microphone.
The most known use for these microphones is perhaps in the telephone, as the microphone integrated in the handset only picks up speakers’ voice, eliminating the background noise as much as possible. Cardioid microphones are also used while recording in studio, for vocals and for some certain drum elements.
Whether you want to purchase a cardioid microphone because you want to record your broadcast or podcast, or you maybe want to purchase it for your live shows, it is always hard to find the one that suits you the best. Of course, the main factor when it comes to deciding which cardioid microphone you want to purchase is the budget. The more money you have, better options open up for you. But, it could be grueling to go out there and test each and every product by yourself.
That is where we come in, as we have tested around forty products so as to bring you cream of the crop when it comes to these microphones. From the best to the cheapest, you will find four products on our list that have passed our tests with flying colors.
We have tested these microphones in various situations, from vocal performance, to acoustic guitar performance and in-studio recording performance. We have also consulted experts and sound engineers, so as to be able to get expert opinions on certain models and also to learn first-hand experience of these people with cardioid microphones.
Some of the things you should consider when buying cardioid microphone are:
Shure is a microphone production company that is the most dominant force on the market. When that is taken into consideration, you should not be amazed that the best cardioid microphone is made by them.
SM7B has been used by Michael Jackson on the recording of the famous Thriller album, which is probably the best recommendation that this microphone can have.
Pros:
Whether you are recording a song or a podcast, or even maybe doing an acoustic performance live on television, this microphone is your best companion. It has a flat, wide-range frequency response of 50 to 20 000 Hz, which makes clean and natural reproduction of music and vocals. With the improved rejection of electromagnetic hum, you do not have to worry anymore of your computer monitor or TV hampering your recordings. Pop filter on this bad boy will totally eliminate the need for accessories which are used as protection against explosive breath sounds. The polar pattern of Shure SM7B is of course cardioids. An additional accessorie which comes with SM7B is the A7WS detachable windscreen, which will reduce plosive sounds and add a warmer tone to your vocals. With output level of -59 dBV/Pa and impedance of 150 ohms, this microphone is the ideal choice for professionals and amateurs alike. With the rugged construction and outstanding protection of the cartridge, this microphone has an outstanding durability, which in turn means that it will probably serve you for a very long time, if you take care of it of course. All of the features of this microphone can be accounted for nothing if the actual performance is not on the desirable level. But, Shure SM7B delivers with outstanding performance and adds an additional punch when it comes to the realism of vocals representation.
Cons:
Shure SM7B has virtually no cons as it delivers perfectly in every aspect possible.
SM7B microphone is in the mid price level and it truly shows why Shure is dominant on the market, as it is, considering all of the stated, the best cardioid microphone out there.
It should not be strange that the runner-up on this list is a microphone from the famous Beta series by Shure which are adored by professionals. Beta 58A has all of the features and the looks of the original Beta and 58 series of microphones, but it is a step-up in the evolution of performance.
Pros:
With the polar patter being supercardioid, Beta 58A ensures that the side and rear noises are reduced to a bare minimum. This microphone is designed for close up vocals and it delivers that in every way possible, with frequency response of 50 Hz to 16 kHz. Although frequency response is not as big as it is with the SM7B, it is still good enough to come second to the best. The output level is a bit lower and the impedance is the same as in SM7B model, -51.5 dBV/Pa and 150 ohms respectively, therefore the performance and sound levels are very similar if not same in some instances. Some of the features of Beta 58A are the brightened midrange and bass rolloff that control the proximity effect, therefore this microphone is really tailored for vocals. The neodymium magnet is a great inclusion for signal-to-noise output. The advance pneumatic shock mount really prevents the transmission of mechanical noise and vibration, so if you want to be like Bruce Dickinson of Iron Maiden fame and jump all over the stage there is no fear that it will influence the sound transmission. Beta 58A has become a leading choice for touring artists and singers, which is not surprising as this microphone has all of the bells and whistles which are necessary for an extensive and long-term use. It is also a good choice for recording, as some engineers use it for acoustic guitars and vocals.
Cons:
The only drawback of the Beta 58A dynamic microphone has to be frequency response, which is lower than with the SM7B, but other than that it is an excellent piece of music equipment.
Beta 58A, along with SM58, is an industry standard which makes it probably the best choice to buy after the SM7B, because it comes near the performance that the best cardioid microphone has for a lower price. That is why it is safe to say that Shure Beta 58A is the bestbuy cardioid microphone out there.
Another microphone by Shure on our list, this one in the legendary 58 series, the SM58 is one of the better dynamic cardioid microphones out there. Adored by professionals and amateurs alike, SM58 has got all that you need in a cardioid mic with a price to die for.
Pros:
You cannot find a studio or a rehearsal room in the world that does not have at least one of these microphones. That is because of SM58 features and affordability. The price is definitely the biggest trait of this product, but it is also a reliable microphone that will take a lot of beating before you have to replace it. With some features that are almost the same as in Beta 58A, like the pneumatic shock-system and the frequency that is specifically made for vocals, SM58 also comes with surprising additions that make it a crowd favorite. These features include the built-in wind and pop filter, which is astonishingly efficient. Of course, that is not to say that you should not use additional protection when recording with this microphone, but it is perfect for live performances. With frequency response of 50 to 15 000 Hz and impedance of 150 ohms, this cardioid microphone gives out astonishing performance which no one would be ashamed of. This legendary microphone is not the best one out there when it comes to performance, but it is a constant performer indoors or outdoors. With a little bit of messing with equalizer you can make SM58 into a powerhouse that will satisfy singers and sound engineers alike. With very clean and pure sound SM58 definitely stands out from the crowd and gains a respectful place on our list.
Cons:
The frequency response of this microphone is not as high as in the Beta 58A or SM7B and it will not give out-of-box like performance that these two other microphones can provide, but with a little bit of skill and knowledge it can be turned into an excellent microphone.
When you consider all of the features and popularity of this product, which is of course also affected by the lower price, while not as good of a performer as the Beta 58A or SM7B you can easily see why Shure SM58 is the bestseller cardioid microphone on the market.
Any story about microphones of any kind would not be complete without mention of the excellent German manufacturer Behringer. Their microphones are well known across the world and through the course of years Behringer has produced them in all of the price ranges. XM8500 is an attempt to produce a high quality cardioid microphone in the low price range.
Pros:
If you consider XM8500 to be a bad product, you are about to be surprised. With frequency from 50 Hz to 15 kHz it is right up the alley with Shure SM58 and Beta 58A. This microphone is specifically designed for voice and the whole structure supports that statement. With nice overall feedback suppression and shock mount system to reduce handling noise, this bad boy has got it all, just like the big guys in this league. With two-stage integrated pop filter that will reduce the hissing and popping and a very sturdy design, you will not notice any significant difference from our bestseller, the Shure SM58. XM8500 has the best application in live vocal performance and in recording amplified instruments. Whether you want to sing or use harmonica, this microphone has got you covered. Anywhere that you would find use for SM58, this microphone would be applicable too. If you know how to set up equalizers properly, you can even make XM8500 sound like early nineties SM58. In the low price range, this microphone will definitely come as a substitution, or even take over some of the chores that your main microphone does.
Cons:
Performance wise, XM8500 comes nowhere near any of the Shure microphones we have named on this list. Sure, you can make it sound like earlier version of SM58, but it does not matter how hard you try to tinker with the equalizer, XM8500 will never come near Beta 58A, not to mention SM7B.
To sum up, Behringer XM8500 is really a microphone that is well worth the money you will pay for it. With all of the features of a good dynamic cardioid microphone and considering the price range, this piece of equipment is a steal and that is why it is the cheapest cardioid microphone on our list.
Conclusion
Whether you are a vocalist or a sound engineer, finding a good cardioid microphone that suits your desires could be a huge hassle. That is why we have tested out numerous products and consulted experts to bring you the list of four products. Since price is ultimately the most important factor when it comes to sound equipment we have presented you with four choices, from the best to the cheapest. If you really want the best cardioid microphone out there you should definitely go with the Shure SM7B as it has features that will leave even the most demanding customers in awe. If you do not really have a budget for SM7B, then your option would be Shure Beta 58A. Beta 58A is a choice of many touring professionals, and rightly so since it almost comes near to the SM7B performance wise. If you want a product that has satisfied many customers and is a firm favorite around the world of cardioid microphones, then the legendary Shure SM58 is the right choice for you. It has a lower frequency response than the SM7B and Beta 58A and it does not have the same out-of-the-box performance, but with a bit of skill it will become a perfect piece of equipment that you need. For those with a very low budget, the right option would be Behringer XM8500, as it is a great microphone for the price. Even though it does not come near SM7B, it still is a sturdy microphone that can easily be a replacement and step up to the spotlight if the need arises.
Waking up is not as simple as it seems, and the very notion of an alarm clock that will literally shock you awake every morning is something that rises the fine hair on the back of just about anyone’s neck. However, with new technological development come some new and better ways of being woken up from a night’s slumber which are supposed to make you feel less cranky in the morning and generally more energetic throughout the day. Smart alarm clocks are designed to make the experience of waking up easier than ever – and with the added promise that you won’t feel so grouchy in the mornings anymore.
They are meant to ease you out of your sleep cycle and make you feel rested and fresh every day. There are numerous smart alarm clock devices on the market and equally as many manufacturers that are striving to produce the best smart alarm clock, and this healthy competition has actually helped produce many really good quality smart alarm clocks with some very useful and even entertaining features.
These features include things as temperature readings, wall projection of the time and any measurements you like, backlights, various alarm modes and the possibility to create a sleep inducing ambiance by playing some nature sounds in the background. Some smart alarm clocks actually work on the principle of waking you up gradually because it is now proven that being scared awake by a loud noise is not only bad, but has the potential to drain your energy for the rest of the day. A smart alarm clock will wake you up gradually by increasing the volume over a span of time or simulating a sunrise, which is a healthy and natural way to wake up in the morning that will make you feel good and energized throughout the remainder of the day.
We have tested more than 20 specialized alarm clocks with different features by comparing their basic and additional features in the first stage, in which we narrowed our top selection down to 11 best smart alarm clocks. In stage two of the testing, we had our team use 11 alarms for 11 weeks and write down their experience, what they liked and what could have been done better. By the end of week 11, we already had our results, and eliminated another 7 smart alarm clocks out of the batch, which has left us with 4 really good smart alarm clocks that we can now recommend without a second thought. These 4 products that made it through the final cut have some of the best combinations of features we think everyone needs to wake up feeling good in the morning, without the urge to smash the alarm clock with a hammer or the impulse to hit the snooze button one time too many and be late and annoyed.
Basically, the features we are looking for in a smart alarm clock are:
Sony Nature Sounds Clock Radio is an excellent smart alarm clock by Sony that has all the basic alarm clock features and some really useful and neat additional ones. Mainly, you can choose when and how to be woken up, it has a nice large blue-backlit display that has brightness control in case the light in your room bothers you. Much like all the good smart alarm clocks, it has a built in calendar and you don’t have to bother going through some tedious motions such as Daylights Savings Time adjustments and so on.
Sony Nature Sounds Clock Radio PROS:
Sony Nature Sounds Clock Radio has a lot of great features out of which the nature sounds are perhaps the best. You will have a choice of five different calming nature sounds which are designed to put you to sleep gently and wake you up in the morning easily and even gentler. This is supposed to make you start your day with a smile on your face, and not with a classic alarm clock jumpscare. Additionally, this smart alarm clock has a built in thermometer that will update your room temperature as it fluctuates during the day and night. You have 10 radio station presets, and you can also choose to be awakened by your favorite radio station, for example. Its best additional feature is the projection – you can project the time and the temperature on your wall or the ceiling so that you can view it from a distance, which is pretty cool. The main thing is, it will wake you up gently and without fail.
Sony Nature Sounds Clock Radio CONS:
This smart alarm clock is perhaps not bet suited for those who are not too tech savvy, as they may find the abundance of options and features a bit overwhelming. If you want a basic radio alarm clock, this is not really for you.
To summarize, Sony Nature Sounds Clock Radio is the best smart alarm clock we have tested because it is the only one on this list that has all the basic and additional features anyone may want in an alarm clock, and it is not too expensive at all.
Moshi Voice Activated Alarm Clock is our second best choice for a smart alarm clock simply because it offers a lot of things for a fair, reasonable price. It is slightly inferior to the Sony Nature Sound, mostly because it has no projection options available, but other than that it is a fantastic alarm clock that is effective and reliable.
Moshi Voice Activated Alarm Clock PROS:
The Moshi Voice Activated Alarm Clock has one really great feature that is hard to find in other alarm clocks and that is voice command. Moshi will respond to 12 different voice commands and has three different alarm sounds: chime, chirp and bell. Other than that, it has three soothing sounds that will make you fall asleep, and those are the sounds of waterfall, chirping birds and the stream of water. You will love the large backlit display that can be dimmed during the night, and it displays time, temperature and your upcoming alarms. Moshi Voice Activated Alarm Clock is very user friendly and easy to set up and manage because the voice commands are excellent. The Moshi Voice Activated Alarm Clock will recognize voices of all ages, and the only thing you will need to do to set an alarm is to tell it the time you need to be up.
Moshi Voice Activated Alarm Clock CONS:
If you set aside the practical voice command feature, Moshi Voice Activated Alarm Clock has a bit less options at approximately the same price as the Sony Nature Sounds, and the Sony alarm clock has more options and additional features. Also, if someone dislikes the voice activation, this alarm clock is not for them at all, as it offers no alternative.
To summarize, Moshi Voice Activated Alarm Clock is a best buy option because it has a lot of cool features for a decent asking price, and primarily because the ease of use and the neat voice commands.
The SoundSpa Premier AM/FM Clock Radio was actually one of the choices for the best smart alarm clock, but the Sony Nature Sounds was simply voted up more times because of its design. SoundSpa Premier AM/FM Clock Radio does not look bad by any measure, and has one more natural sound to play in comparison to its Sony competitor, which makes for six nature sounds in total: waterfall, rainforest, rain, thunder, summer night and ocean. If you like this repertoire better, you can consider buying SoundSpa Premier AM/FM Clock Radio because the rest of the options are all pretty much the same. SoundSpa Premier AM/FM Clock Radio is a bestseller, hands down, and has had more customer reviews than Sony Natural Sounds, despite the fact that it is just a bit inferior to it.
SoundSpa Premier AM/FM Clock Radio PROS:
SoundSpa Premier AM/FM Clock Radio also has the projection option which enables you to project the time and the indoor/outdoor temperature, but this smart alarm clock can only project on the ceiling. It plays six natural sounds that will soothe you in order to enable you to fall asleep easier, and wake up gently. You can have the AM/FM radio feature, and if you prefer, you can be woken up by your favorite radio program in the morning. It also has automatic Daylights Savings Time adjustment.
SoundSpa Premier AM/FM Clock Radio CONS:
The projection is possible only on the ceiling, and not on the walls. It is a bit too bright, and even if you adjust the lights to be dimmer, half of your bedroom will still be moderately lit, which could be a problem for people who have problems falling asleep when there is light in the room. It is less durable than the Sony Nature Sounds, and inferior even to the Moshi Alarm Clock.
To summarize, SoundSpa Premier AM/FM Clock Radio is an okay choice for anyone who likes playing soothing and calming sounds before going to sleep, and doesn’t want to pay the amount of money needed to buy the Sony Nature Sounds or the Moshi Voice Activated Alarm Clock. It is still a bestseller and a good choice, but if you can spare a bit more cash, go for one of the top two recommendations.
Sonic Bomb Alarm Clock is the cheapest smart alarm clock on this list, but this does not make it a bad choice by any means. In fact, it is only slightly cheaper than the SoundSpa Premier Alarm Clock, and it offers some great features as well. The only smart alarm on this list that will not fail, ever, is the Sonic Bomb, and this is only because it is designed to shake you awake every morning. These types of alarms are best for people who have issues oversleeping no matter how many alarms they set.
Sonic Bomb Alarm Clock PROS:
This alarm clock will not let you over sleep because it is super loud and, if that fails, creates bed vibrations that are sure to shake you up and get you to get up in the morning exactly on time. It also has the pulsating lights which help a percentage of people to wake up without any loud sounds. Basically, this is a triple system alarm clock with a smart strategy to get just about anyone out of bed.
Sonic Bomb Alarm Clock CONS:
It is too loud for some people, and disrupts the sleep cycle, which is generally not what people are searching for in a smart clock. However, some people need this approach because they have oversleeping issues. It does not have projection or voice commands, or any of the advanced features of our top two products, Sony Nature Sounds and Moshi Voice Activated Alarm Clock.
To summarize, the Sonic Bomb is definitely a bomb and it will get you on your feet in the morning. It does befall into the category of the “shocker” clocks, but some people simply need those. It comes at a decent, affordable price, for which it offers three ways of waking up: pulsating lights, bed vibrations and very loud alarm sounds.
Conclusion
Smart alarm clocks are devices that do not use the boring standard methods of waking you up, and they are designed not to violently interrupt your sleeping cycle and put you in a groggy mood that can potentially last all day long. A smart alarm clock typically offers a myriad of features such as projections, voice commands, vibrations, calming sounds and so on.
You will want to have as many of these cool features for the least amount of money possible. In that respect, the best smart alarm clock that will beat any smartphone application is the Sony Natural Sounds, and this neat alarm clock is followed by the excellent Moshi Voice Activated Alarm Clock that can be completely operated by voice cues.
These two great smart clocks cost about the same amount of money, even though the Sony smart alarm clock is still slightly better option-wise. The SoundSpa Premier smart alarm clock is the best selling smart alarm clock because of a nice measure of features for a lower price than the one you would pay for either Sony or Moshi smart alarms. It is a good solid choice, but it has some minor flaws when compared to our top two.
The Sonic Bomb, which is the cheapest smart alarm clock, is a bit different from the first three on this list in respect to its methods of sounding the alarm – it is loud, it shakes your bed and pulsates the lights in order to wake up even the ones who sleep like logs. In that respect, it is a bargain as it will not let you oversleep and be late for any appointment ever again.
We all love holidays. That is a time of the year when we are all happy and we spend our time with family and friends. Christmas is in two months and preparations are easily starting. One of the most important things about Christmas are presents. What to buy? We will try to help you out with that problem. We have made a list of some cool Christmas gadgets and hopefully you will find something for your family members and friends. On the list of holidays gifts are usually IT products which every year are taking a very high position on that list because they are useful, attractive and guarantee you a lot of fun. We will try to present you gadgets which will be suitable for various age and gender. Christmas is a time of giving and happiness. We all want to see smiling faces on our beloved ones. Never underestimate the power of holidays, especially Christmas. You should pay attention on wishes and desires of the person for whom you are buying a gift. Kids love games and gadgets on which they can listen to music, men love some cool and unusual gift which they can use for sports and fun, women prefer some unique kitchen gadget.
Usually people buy a little more expensive gifts for Christmas. There is a great selection of top notch gadgets like iPhone, iPod, iPad, e-reader, cameras and other high tech things which we all like. With these gifts you can’t go wrong. Everyone wants to have some cool phone or the newest laptop that has all the best features. Of course, you need a bit more money for these presents, but you can afford these gifts once a year. In this modern era tech gadgets have become a necessity and we are all a bit addicted. Can you imagine one day without your mobile phone? That would be very difficult. So, why not buy a gadget that your friend wants and actually needs. At the top of the list this year are popular gadgets like gaming consoles which we are all expecting. The new PlayStation and Xbox should bring something revolutionary in this area. The most desirable brand is the Apple. This company never stops to amaze us with their new technology. But the most important thing is that you want to make someone happy for Christmas. That is the best gift!
We will start with one of the best phones on the market – the Apple iPhone 5. This phone is stylish, thin, light and fast. The first thing you notice on this iPhone is the huge Retina Display with diagonal of 4 inches. This display use new touch technology. Apple engineers have integrated touch sensors into screen and the picture is much clearer than in those previous models. This little gadget works incredibly fast and that is very impressive. The iPhone 5 possesses the latest Apple A6 chip. It is a dual core chip which twice faster and 22% smaller than its predecessor. The graphics are also twice as faster and its chip is composed of three cores.
In the device is built-in a battery that can not be removed, unless you disassemble the entire device. One of the main problems of all the modern mobile phones is the battery. It is very hard for any battery to last more than one day. And why is that? We constantly use these devices, to read news, to play games, so it is impossible for the device to withstand for two or more days. The images captured with the iPhone 5 are fantastic. Good contrast, vibrant colors and sharp display are just some of the features of a good photo. As you can see, this little gadget is great. The Apple iPhone 5 is a perfect Christmas gadget for your family members and friends. You can’t go wrong with it.
PS4 and Xbox One are the most anticipated gadgets of this year. There are so many speculations about both of these consoles, but one thing is for sure – they look good and promise us new gaming experience. Microsoft’s new console has the ambition to be more than just a console. The Xbox One will be used for gaming and watching television. This console will be able to switch between multimedia content which you want. When you say “Xbox on”, the system will turn on and recognize your voice, and you will be logged in with your gaming profile. Using voice commands, the user can switch between various Xbox applications, control panels and television. One of the applications which you will be able to use on Xbox is Skype.
Kinect has also experienced some improvements and it is now much more sensitive than before. It also has 1080p HD camera for video chats. The controller also experienced some design changes including directional pad for better accuracy. The Xbox One comes with DVR which is great for players who want to record their games and share them with others on the Internet. As you can see this console offers a lot. This Christmas gadget is a perfect gift for your husband or boyfriend if they love to play games. Also it is a perfect gift for your kids, and if you have a girlfriend/wife who is a gamer, then you must buy her this gadget and she will have an unforgettable Christmas.
Photos have always represented memories and here is a great way to preserve those memories. With digital photo frames you can enjoy in all of your photos and videos. We have chosen the Sony DPF-HD800 digital photo frame which is a perfect gift. You will be able to see all of your photos and videos in extremely high resolution. This photo frame has some great features. Besides enjoying in your photos, you can watch all of your recorded videos including AVCHD videos recorded with new models of cameras. There is also a built-in speaker that allows you to play music while watching your favorite slideshow.
With remote control you can control slideshow, clock and calendar functions from anywhere in the room. As you can see this is a perfect digital photo frame and a great Christmas gadget. You can buy it for any female member of your family and friends.
Many say that music is like love, you never know how it will end. While listening to music, the brain releases a chemical substance that makes us happy. If you want to make someone happy for Christmas and that person enjoys in listening to music, then these headphones are a perfect gift. This cool looking gadget is very compact and lightweight with superior sound. The HP Monster Beats Solo Headphones are highly recommended by Dr. Dre, the world famous rapper, producer and Grammy Award winner. These headphones are good for listening music on the move because they are very stable on your ears or head and you could almost run with them.
Headphones will work on all devices with standard audio input, but are primarily designed for the Apple gadgets. The quality and durability are the main features of these headphones. They are extremely robust, and that guarantees longevity of the product. This gadget is perfect for your kids, they will definitely love it and they will enjoy in the music coming form these headphones. Also, you can buy this cool gadget to your friends and all those who enjoy in listening music in this way.
And here is one Christmas gadget for kitchen. All the ladies will definitely enjoy in this see-through toaster. This newly invented product has many few purposes, but one is definitely to make your life easier. When you are having breakfast in the morning, you are probably in a hurry, especially if you have a big family. And everyone has some special demands, and one of those demands is differently prepared toast. With this see-through toaster you will be able to see how much is your toast baked. This gadget perfectly controls the browning of your bread. The Megamix Colored Vision Toaster is very fast and has very nice design.
This toaster allows you to make your toast in a short time in a way that you want, not too baked, not too crispy – as you wish. Some of the features of this toaster are: toast, defrost, bagel and reheat. But the best thing about this toaster is that you can watch your toast through the window and stop it at your desired level of brownness. Kitchen gadgets are essential part of our home, and almost every house has one toaster. Why wouldn’t you surprise your lady and buy her this cool toaster for Christmas.
Winter is coming and soon we will all start to wear gloves. But what if you could have gloves which you would use as a phone? Well, there is something like that on the market. From so many gadgets invented, Bluetooth gloves are really something cool and unusual. In these gloves are a small wireless radio, as well as microphone and speaker. It is enough to place your hand on your face and you can talk. This is great for cold winter days when it is snowing and you don’t want to take off your gloves in order to answer your phone. Glove has a speaker built into the thumb, while the microphone is in the little finger. On the back of the gloves are simple commands, for connecting devices, answering, etc.
Hi-Fun is a company that produces these Bluetooth gloves. All you have to do is sync the glove wirelessly with your device and turn the device into hands free device. This cool Christmas gadget is a perfect gift for everyone, all generations and both genders. You will definitely put a smile on someone’s face if you buy Bluetooth gloves. They will keep your hands warm and you will be able to answer your phone without taking out your phone. How cool is that!
Here is one interesting Christmas gadget. The Sounds Asleep Pillow plays music and helps you easily fall asleep. This is a great gift for all those who like to listen to music when they are sleeping. This pillow has built-in speakers. You can connect it to any device like an iPod, MP3, radio etc. The pillow can be used by adults and children from 5 years and more. It is completely harmless. This is a great Christmas present for the whole family. This pillow will relax you and help you fall asleep easily. It is very soft and you can’t feel the speakers when you lay down on it. No headphones are required since there are built-in speakers and that makes this product even better.
You don’t have to worry that you will wake up your partner, because the music doesn’t spread around. Only the person laying on the pillow can hear the sound. You can listen to your audio books as well. You must admit that this is one really cool pillow and this is a great Christmas gift for everyone.
And here is one great little gaming gadget for your kids and all those who like to play games. The Nintendo DS Lite consists of two screens and clams hell opening mechanism. The lower part is sensitive to touch. Of course, most of the control is done using the stylus – pencil – which is identical to those from the Pocket PC. Also you can use directional buttons, except in games that explicitly require the usage of touchscreen. One pretty great thing about the Nintendo DS Lite is the lighting display. Even if you have not met with the normal DS, which has a much darker screen, this will make you happy, because not only it is sufficiently bright but it possesses a pretty good viewing angle. There are two speakers on the left and right side of the screen.
The Nintendo DS Lite has two screens, touch pad capabilities, wireless connection, as well as compatibility with GBA devices. And we mustn’t forget to tell you some amazing games which you can play on this console, like Zelda and Mario games. This Christmas gadget is a great gift for your children, as well for you if you are a gamer.
CONCLUSION
Christmas is getting closer and you should start to make list of the presents you want to buy to your friends and family members. We have given you some pretty cool, popular and interesting gadgets which you can buy for the people you love. If you are looking Christmas gadgets for men then you can buy Apple iPhone or Xbox One. If you are looking Christmas gadgets for women, then you can buy this cool see-through toaster, the Magimix Colored Vision Toaster or this unusual digital photo frame, the Sony DPF-HD800. For your kids you can buy the Nintendo DS Lite, with which you can’t go wrong. Headphones, Bluetooth gloves and Sound Asleep Pillow are great for all family members, regardless of age and gender. Hopefully, you will be able to choose something great and enjoy in Christmas.
Bed bugs are small parasitic insects that feed exclusively on human blood, and their name stems from their preferred habitat – the sleeping area. Though there are several kinds of bed bugs, some of which feed on animals, the bed bugs that have proven to be the most problematic are the ones we have to deal with in our homes. This parasitic bug is attracted to warmth, so a nice warm house is a perfect home for it. Bed bugs generally hide in sleeping areas, or literally inside or near to the bed.
These hard to get rid of insects are mostly nocturnal, though they can be active during the day too. The problem is that their bites are almost unnoticeable, so they can nest and feed in your house and on your blood for a good while, and you will only notice them once they have significantly increased in numbers. In most cases, that is already too late to try to prevent them to nest in your home and you have to consider how to get rid of them and not how to prevent them at that point.
Bed bug bites are not especially dangerous for most people, but there is a part of population that will have mild or severe rashes, allergic reactions that can be quite dangerous and a number of skin infections and diseases.
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Once you have bed bugs in your homes, there is also a high risk that you will be nervous due to sleeping issues, as the presence of tiny insects in your bed certainly does not help you sleep better. Actually, some people report going through a severe psychological toll due to these hidden critters, and even after they are finally rid of them, they say it is hard to fall asleep in the same bed. Fortunately, you can prevent bed bugs and if they are already comfortably enjoying the warmth of your homes and beds, you can get rid of them using several methods we will talk about.
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As it is, it is always better to prevent something before it happens than to worry about it when it is more or less too late, so it is thus recommended to have some awareness on how to prevent bed bugs in the first place. If you are sure you were careful but you still have these unwelcome guests in your homes, sharing your bed with you, then you can consider some steps such as purchasing a good hand vacuum that can pull all of them out of your bed or calling the bed bug exterminators.
The problem with bed bugs is that sometimes no matter how well you understand how you can accidentally get them in your home and what conditions are friendly and unfriendly for them to thrive, there are instances where there is nothing you can do to stop someone else from bringing them in. In these cases, there are many things you can do to prevent them from multiplying and infesting your home.
First thing you need to know when dealing with bed bugs is how they look like and where to find them. These critters are relatively small but they can reach up to a fifth of an inch in length, and they have an oval shaped body that is reddish brown in color. However, there are bed bugs that have a completely different color than the norm, and they can even be white. The key to identify a bed bug is by recognizing it by its body shape, as it is hard to confuse a flat oval insect with any other species. Once you are sure you have bed bugs in your house, you can take measures.
Bed bugs do not have to literally be in your bed, though they are known to hide in the sheaths and inside of the mattresses. They will usually be in the vicinity of the bed and the sleeping area, and they will eventually spread throughout the whole house if not dealt with promptly and accordingly as soon as possible. Generally, you will find bed bugs in dark crevices near the sleeping area, such as behind the furniture and under the bed, and they typically lay their eggs in fabric.
Bed bug prevention is definitely more important than bed bug extermination as it is always better not to deal with these insects than to think about how to get rid of them. Fortunately, there are some easy things you can do in order to prevent bed bugs from ever entering your house, and also some really good and easy methods to create an unfriendly environment for them inside the comfort of your home. The first logical step is to become aware of how you can accidentally get bed bugs into your house.
1. Monitor your clothes and belongings
While you may not have bed bugs at home, this is not a guarantee that your friends and associates do not have bed bugs at their homes or work places. If you are visiting someone make sure to check your jacket or anything you might have left on a coat hanger for example, as there might be some clues there. Look for small blood stains and spots as these are left by bed bugs. If you find any, you will have to wash your clothes or items in hot water in order to kill any pests or eggs that might have been hiding there.
2. Bed bugs in shops
When shopping, especially for clothes, follow the same rule – look for each item carefully and if there are bed bug spots or stains return the item on the shelf immediately and do not buy it because you may get a bed bug for free. If you are trying on a clothing item, check the dressing room corners and look for bed bugs and the same stains and spots. If you suspect anything, do not risk it and simply return the item to the rack and go home. Wash your clothes in hot water.
3. Bed bugs in hotels
If you are staying in a motel or a hotel, make sure to check the mattress and all the fabrics you can find. If they are unhygienic, you should immediately change the room or the establishment. Keep an eye open for small spots and stains, and if you find any, do not stay in the place.
4. Bed bugs at work
Your office may be a place where you can pick up a bed bug or a bed bug egg and take it home. The problem with offices and work places in general is that there are a lot of people there and one of them may have bed bugs at home. The way to go about it is to make sure everyone has a high awareness about the dangers of these bugs. The office or the working area must be vacuumed regularly and thoroughly, and any kind of cluttering must be avoided as many things stacked in one place will provide a perfect lair for the bed bugs.
5. Buying new things
No matter how good and hygienic the condition of the shop where you bought a new clothing item or a furniture piece was, you still have to clean the furniture and wash the clothes as soon as you get home. For newly purchased clothing items it is recommended to immediately put each item in a separate plastic bag in order to prevent a bed bug that might be in there from escaping, and then to wash the item as soon as you are able to and at the highest possible temperature the clothing can be washed at. For furniture, make sure to wipe it clean and inspect it one last time before placing it in the desired area.
6. Do not push furniture into the wall
It is crucial to leave a bit of space between furniture and the wall because this will give the bed bugs one place less to crawl into and nest. This is especially important in your bedroom – keep some space on each side of the bed.
7. Capture the bed bugs
You can put some mineral oil into a regular cup or a plastic cup, and then place a cup under each bed leg. This will make bed bugs fall into the oil when they are going up and down the bed legs, and you will be able to throw them out regularly.
8. Heat treatment
If you suspect having bed bugs, you can wash everything that can be washed in high temperatures, as bed bugs die in hot conditions. This means that you can literally go through all your clothes and exterminate any bed bugs that might have been in there. Then you can move on to drying the rest – anything that can’t be washed in high temperatures should be put in a dryer for about 20 minutes at a high temperature, as this will kill all the bed bugs in, for instance, your pillows and sensitive clothes and items.
9. Vacuuming (most important!)
When dealing with bed bugs, one of the most important steps in preventing them from appearing and reappearing, and even a good measure to destroy them, is regular vacuuming with a good vacuum cleaner. It is recommended to get a vacuum that is specifically made for bed bug extermination and prevention, as these are no longer that costly and hard to use. In fact, these vacuum cleaners are mostly hand held and compact, and are a good investment for your struggle against bed bugs.
Selected CleanWave Bed Vac is a vacuum cleaner against which the bed bugs do not stand a chance. This is actually an ultimate cleaning vacuum, as it fights not only bed bugs and bed bug eggs, but also many other parasites, bacteria, viruses and even nasty smells. Selected CleanWave Bed Vac By Verilux is an affordable way to become a home edition of a bed bug exterminator as you will probably not have to deal with them for a long time after you manage to vacuum every nook and cranny of your home with this cleaner.
The way to go about vacuuming your entire house with Selected CleanWave Bed Vac is to first make sure that your bedroom is perfectly vacuumed. You will need to overturn your mattresses to vacuum them from all sides, and then move around the furniture and get all the corners. Make sure to go over all the dark places and crevices in particular, as the eggs will be hidden in places such as these. The Selected CleanWave Bed Vac will do the rest and you can consider all and any bug or egg that had contact with this vacuum dead and gone.
UNILUTION 75218 Handheld Vacuum is another very good hand held vacuum cleaner suitable for exterminating and preventing the appearance and reappearance of bed bugs. This vacuum also exterminates a myriad of germs and bacteria, viruses, allergens and so on. It deals with nasty odors and many parasites – including dust mites and bed bugs. It is a good purchase for anyone who has a family member with allergies or asthma, or any house that has issues with the parasitic bed bugs.
UNILUTION 75218 / Handheld Vacuum is a light portable vacuum which is easy to use and very effective against bed bugs and their eggs. It does not use harmful chemicals and that is a definite advantage, and it uses vibrations and ultraviolet light to do its magic. The way it works is simple – the vibrations make all the dust and any other particles come to the surface and the ultraviolet light kills any bacteria, germs, bugs or anything before sucking them in. This ensures that your home will be freed from any parasitic critters including bed bugs after several times of thorough vacuuming.
Calling in the pest control
Sometimes no matter what you do, it is not enough. If you are experiencing severe bed bug infestations and have several bites on your body at the time of reading this, it is time to call the professionals. Bed bug exterminators should be contacted to ensure that your house is rid of these insects. However, after they are gone, it is recommended that you follow the steps above in order to prevent the bed bugs from ever reappearing in your home.
Conclusion
Bed bugs are small insects that feed on the blood of humans and they typically nest and crawl around near the sleeping area in a house. These insects can be very annoying but also dangerous in case you have sensitive skin, allergies or if you have insect phobias. Bed bugs are definitely unwelcome guests, but sometimes no matter what you do they still manage to somehow get in your house and spread.
A good idea if you suspect that you may have bed bugs is to immediately heat treat all your clothes and dry the rest of the items in high temperatures. We have mentioned the portable vacuums that specialize in determining bed bugs, their eggs, parasites, bacteria and smells, so it may be a good idea to purchase one of them as they are not costly. Buying a vacuum for this purpose will in fact cost less than calling in the exterminators to rid you of bed bugs.
In order to prevent bed bugs from appearing, there are several steps to always follow such as checking your clothes when visiting someone, checking the stores you buy your items in and generally being careful about transporting a bed bug or its egg in your bag, luggage or even your computer. Bed bugs hide in warm places, so be careful of warm and dark areas. If you have all of the above steps in mind, you should be fine and free of bed bugs, but always keep in mind that you have to be careful at all times as one slip of your attention may get you an unwelcome guest in your bedroom.
We have tested over 30 GPS trackers and collars for dogs through forests, meadows and groves all over the country. We must say that this was one very interesting task and we enjoyed it a lot. Tests were conducted under various conditions, distances and with different dog breeds. In summary, we have spent few unforgettable months with some pretty awesome dogs in order to write the review on GPS trackers and collars for dogs.
Do you have a dog that can often wander away from nearby backyards and parks? In your search can help GPS collar with which you can see where your dog is. Tracking animals using satellite navigation isn’t something new and it can actually save your dog’s life. It is important to know that this device is suitable for all dog breeds. You can use it on your little dogs to large hunting breed dogs which spend a lot of time in open, and sometimes it is hard to track them all the time. With these GPS collars you can completely enjoy in your hunting and spending some time in nature. There are various types of these dog collars and tracking devices.
Thanks to the GPS receiver which is located in the collar of your dog you will have insight into where your dog is when you let it run through the neighborhood. The device allows users to define safe zones where pets can move without any limits. The exact location of the dog, users can specify via the animal monitoring system, which is available 24 hours a day via free phone, web-map, e-mail or SMS.
If the dog leaves the permitted areas, you can even follow the path in which your dog escaped. These devices are usually waterproof, lightweight and have a rechargeable battery. Some people think that by buying these devices they are taking dog’s freedom in some way and that these collars are buying all those who haven’t well trained their dog. But that’s not true. All those who love their pet on four legs will buy this collar with GPS, because in this way you will protect your dog from possible tragic consequences. We can take advantage of today’s high technology to track our pets. These collars work very well in rural and urban areas. Also, GPS collars and trackers use radio signals which allow you to find your dog.
Main features of dog collars and trackers with GPS are:
As the best GPS collars and trackers for dogs we have chosen the Garmin Astro 320. This model is specially designed for hunting dogs and their owners. The Garmin Astro 320 consists of two components: a transmitter for dogs and manual reiver for the user. This transmitter is named DC 40, and the receiver is called Astro 320. With this collar you will be able to know the location of your dog in every moment. This product is the best there is on the market as far as GPS collars for dogs are concerned. You don’t have to worry about use and setup since it is very easy to manage with this device.
Astro can track up to ten dogs per receiver at once, and the collar gives a new position every 5, 10, 30 or 120 seconds. On flat ground without obstacles, Astro transmitter and receiver have an effective range of up to 6 miles. The device is fully compatible with Garmin DC 20, DC 30 and DC 40 collars for dogs. What’s really improved on this model are mapping features. With the Astro 320 you can hunt in unfamiliar areas. You will feel safe and relaxed like on your favorite hunting ground. Besides loaded base maps, the Astro 320 can load a wide range of Garmin topo maps. Also you can use Birdseye application and Garmin’s free Custom Maps web tool for transferring paper or digital maps to your Garmin GPS handheld device. With detailed mapping data you will see your and location of your dog.
For even more details, hunters can download their waypoints and tracks, as well as traces of their dogs with the Garmin MapSource software. For all those who enjoy in tracking flocks of birds, there is the
Covey Counter feature with which hunters can mark the exact place, time of day and altitude where they encountered their prey. In addition, users can easily record the number of birds seen and caught. As you can see, the Garmin Astro is really one advanced collar with GPS that has many great and useful features. There is also 3-axis electronic compass and vibrating alarms that won’t scare your prey and hunt. Another great feature is a possibility to lock the keypad to prevent accidental activation of the keyboard when the device is in your pocket. If you want to know what other hunters are doing, then with the Garmin Astro 320 you will experience even that. Namely, you can communicate with other hunters and exchange information during hunt.
As you can see, this model is perfect for hunting and it is suitable for hunters. But if you want to keep track of your dog no matter if your pet isn’t a hunting dog, then you should get this device. It is waterproof with great battery life, and many amazing features. Give it a try!
We have chosen the Garming TT10 as the best buy GPS collar for dogs. This collar has some pretty great features and a reasonable price. With it you will be able to keep track of your dog wherever you are. This model has high sensitivity GPS and a VHF antenna which will allow you to know where your dog is.
These collars are perfect for training your dogs to stay in a specific area. Also you can use them in hunting and they can be used in every weather condition. The Garmin TT10 is very durable, rugged and waterproof dog collar with GPS. It is compatible with Garmin ANT+ sensors and this feature provides with many possibilities. Large touchscreen is an improvement in comparison to older models and you will see perfectly even in sunlight. Of course, another thing that is absolutely great about all Garmin products is high quality mapping. You can download your and dog’s tracks and view them on Google Earth. In open areas you will receive perfect signal, and the range is pretty wide.
You can add up to ten dog devices. Here are some cons of this little device. First of all the collar has LED lights and there is one small problem with them. They could have been a bit brighter. If you put this collar on a dog with longer fur, you won’t be able to see the light at all. Another thing that we find to be a bit too much is the antenna. It is too long and it looks kind a ridiculous. Imagine putting it on a very little dog. The first thing you would see is the long antenna. In comparison to the previous product, the Garmin Astro 320, there aren’t all those applications which you can find in the best product. Batteries are also very good and they can last long.
In summary, we must say that the Garmin TT10 is one good product which has some good features and the price is more than reasonable. If you are able to add some money, then we advise you to buy the Garmin Astro 320, because that dog collar with GPS has all you need.
As the bestseller model we have chosen another Garmin product, the Garmin DC 40. Bestseller is a product that most people buy and find it great. Best price, features, design and quality combined make a bestseller product. And this product has all of these elements. With this GPS collar and tracker you will always know the location of your dog. You can use them for hunting or just a plain walk with your pet.
This collar is compatible with Garmin Astro 220 and Astro 320. It is made of rubber which is much more durable than those made from nylon. Another great thing is the orange color which allows you to see your dog from far away. Batteries are rather good, the average life is for 17 hours. You can put the transmitter to any collar, but you get a collar with this transmitter, so there is no need to buy a separate collar. GPS and extended antenna are part of the Garmin DC 40, and with these components you will be able to locate your dog.
Unfortunately there is no electronic compass or built-in maps in this model, but if you buy the Garmin Astro 320 you will have a perfect combination. As we have already said this model is compatible with Astro 320 and Astro 220. If you buy the Garmin Astro 320, our best GPS collar and tracker for dogs, then you will get everything you need in one device. The Garmin DC 40 is cheaper and has some good features, but if you are able to add few more bucks, then you should definitely buy the Garmin Astro 320. With that model you will have unlimited options and you will be able to completely enjoy in your hunting or some other outdoor activity. You will be able to locate your dog, your prey and even share all of that online.
The Garmin DC 40 is great for those who want to know where their dog went in the park or neighborhood. This is a bestseller product which has been proven to be great, but if you are looking for something a bit more advanced then you should definitely go with the Garmin Astro 320, because that product has literally everything in it. One thing is for sure, all of the Garmin products are equipped with versatile features and that is why their products are the best on the market.
Update: This device is not being sold anymore.
As the cheapest GPS collar and tracker for dogs we have chosen the RoamEO Pet Monitor System. This product has basic functions and it isn’t too advanced like the previous models. But, it will definitely serve the purpose of locating your dog. Besides the exact location, the RoamEO shows you how far away your dog is, how fast it is moving and in which direction is headed. All this you can see on the screen receiver. Information is updated every few seconds.
The RoamEO can be used for three different dogs. The collar is waterproof, but we wouldn’t recommend you to keep it too long under water. In comparison to the Garmin TT10, the best buy product, this product has a very short signal range. Coverage radius is only one mile, and if there are some obstacles on the way, like forest, then the signal can be lost very quickly. And in this case it can be very hard to re-establish the signal again. The last location of your dog will be on the screen, and if the dog starts to return and enters the one mile radius, you will see it your screen.
As you can see this model isn’t suitable for hunting and other long distance outdoor activities. The RoamEO is perfect for you neighborhood and park. If you plan to use it for something else, then don’t buy it. Instead of this model, you should buy the best buy model, the Garmin TT10 which is more reliable and has more features. This collar is one simple collar and tracker for local walks.
If you are looking for a product which you will use only in your street and eventually park, then you should buy this collar. But, if you plan to go hunting, then you should add some more money and buy the Garmin TT10.
Update: This device is not being sold anymore.
If you are looking for the best GPS collars and trackers for training or hunting dogs, then you should buy the Garmin TT10. If you are looking for a GPS collar for safety reasons and want to additionally track some health parameters, we recommend you to read this Dog GPS Collar & Tracker Review from DogMD. Please do not buy or use dog collars with integrated shocks of any kind, especially electro shocks.
